Somali/Swahili Linguist, CAT III

睗牬; North Carolina; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A global language support firm is seeking qualified linguists to provide critical translation and interpretation services in high-pressure environments, including possible war zones. Candidates must be fluent in Somali and Swahili, possess strong typing and computer skills, and be ready to adapt to fast-changing mission requirements. The position demands U.S. citizenship, and eligibility for security clearance is necessary. Work may occur in austere conditions with extended periods of deployment expected.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Somali and Swahili, with clear communication skills in English.
• Must be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.
• Ability to adapt to changing mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct translations and interpretations in required languages.
• Participate in high-pressure missions and operations.
• Maintain readiness for various work conditions.

Skills

Typing ability

Basic computer skills

Clear and concise communication

Ability to function under pressure

Tools

Windows

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title

Job Location

Outside Continental United States - , NC 28301 US (Primary)

Job Type

Regular, Full-time

Overview

WorldWide Language Resources (WorldWide) was established in 1995 to provide U.S. and allied governments, corporations, non-profits and non-governmental organizations with highly skilled linguists, cultural experts, role players, intelligence analysts and other professionals. We support a wide range of operational missions and environments globally, from executive boardrooms in major international cities to austere mission areas. Our core business is language support services.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; WorldWide reaffirms its long-standing commitment to equality of opportunity in every aspect of employment. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship, from applicant to candidate to employee, are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

Job Requirements

• Must be ready, willing and able to change day-to-day work/tasks as the mission requirements at the assigned location may be fluid with lots of movement and change.
• Ability to think quickly and deal with issues that may arise professionally, timely and appropriately.
• Typing ability, basic computer skills, use of Windows, MS Word and MS Excel.
• Conduct oneself in accordance with the local culture and customs.
• Ability to function effectively and efficiently during extended periods of high pressure and stress.
• May be requested to operate a Government furnished vehicle in support of operations.
• All Linguists may be required to go on missions (outside the wire) and be physically fit to perform these duties.
• Read, write, listen and speak with clear and concise grammar and pronunciation in the required foreign language(s) and English. Provide idiomatic (particular language or dialect) translations of material using correct structure of sentences in the required foreign language and English. Conduct consecutive, accurate translations and interpretations of on-going conversations and activities.
• Position requires all employees to be available to work any hours and any days depending on mission requirements.
• Work is in extreme, austere, harsh conditions.
• May be required to work outside and inside depending on mission requirements.
• Living conditions may be austere and harsh.
• Working environment is deployed to inherent overseas country(ies) that may be possible war zones and have considerable risk as part of the assignment.

Phased Hiring Process

• Successful reference, criminal and credit screening results.
• U.S. citizen, ability to obtain & maintain Secret or Top Secret level personnel security clearance.
• Passing of evaluations for the required language for the position you’ve applied for, as applicable.
• Vetting by our client(s), as applicable.
• Qualified per USCENTCOM requirements to deploy as a contractor accompanying the force.
• Appropriate country clearance/visa, as applicable or required.

Languages Required

• Somali
• Swahili

Clearance

Ability to obtain